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Ireland WU19: Connell names squad for double-header

Ireland WU19: Connell names squad for double-header

Republic of Ireland Women's Under 19 Head Coach Dave Connell has confirmed a 20-player squad for a mini tournament in England.

10th Jul 2018

The WU19s are set to face Northern Ireland on Saturday, July 14th with kick-off at 6pm before they face England on Wednesday, July 18th with kick-off at 12.30pm at Queen Ethelburgas Collegiate, Yorkshire.

Connell has named a number of players who've recently been selected for the senior squad, including Peamount United winger Heather Payne and Sion Swifts midfielder Amy Boyle-Carr.

Doireann Fahey, who recently moved to Wexford Youths from Peamount United, has also been called up as well as Isibeal Atkinson who made her senior debut in the 0-0 draw against Norway in June.

Republic of Ireland WU19 Head Coach Dave Connell said: "We're looking forward to the tournament as it should provide the perfect challenge for us. We've got to look forward and the next challenge for us is the 2018 European Championship qualifiers so we're constantly assessing in preparation for that.

"We've got some great experience in the squad as well with the likes of Heather Payne and Isibeal Atkinson who've recently done so well for the senior squad. There are a number of players making the step-up to the level as well from the WU17s so it's a good mix.

"Of course, they will be two difficult games for us but a lot of our players are currently in season with their clubs so hopefully they'll be able to bring their club form into the two games."